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UCLA men’s basketball will take on Gonzaga at Climate Pledge Arena, marking the start of a two-year series between the teams. The game is expected to reignite their long-standing rivalry, with tickets going on sale soon. The Bruins, who recently claimed victory over Gonzaga, are looking to maintain their competitive edge. Additionally, former UCLA players will showcase their skills in the NBA Summer League, highlighting the program’s ongoing impact on professional basketball.
Seattle – UCLA men’s basketball is set to face off against Gonzaga on December 13, 2025, at Climate Pledge Arena. This highly anticipated game marks the beginning of a two-year series between the two teams, further igniting a competitive rivalry that stretches back for decades.
Tickets for this exciting matchup will go on sale on September 19, 2025, with a presale available for certain members a day earlier on September 18. Specific details about the game time and broadcast information will be shared at a later date, ensuring fans can plan accordingly to watch or attend this showdown.
The upcoming encounter will be particularly significant, as it will be the 11th all-time meeting between UCLA and Gonzaga. In their previous match last season, UCLA narrowly emerged victorious, defeating Gonzaga 65-62 at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. The Bruins will look to extend their successful run against the Bulldogs, having played a total of five times in the past five seasons, including two NCAA Tournament games.
Historically, this game will be the Bruins’ first at the Climate Pledge Arena since they faced Washington on January 6, 2000. Original built in 1962, the arena has undergone significant renovations and reopened in 2021, providing a modern venue for sports and entertainment.
UCLA’s team, looking to build on its recent performance, returns with four critical contributors: senior players Tyler Bilodeau and Skyy Clark, junior Eric Dailey Jr., and sophomore Trent Perry. Last season, the Bruins finished with an overall record of 23-11 and achieved a 13-7 mark in Big Ten play. Their competitive spirit saw them advance to the second round of the NCAA Tournament, where they achieved a notable 25-point victory over Utah State.
In related news, the NBA Summer League will showcase seven former UCLA men’s basketball players in Las Vegas from July 10-20, 2025. These players include Amari Bailey (Minnesota), Jules Bernard (Golden State), Adem Bona (Philadelphia), Moses Brown (Houston), Jaylen Clark (Minnesota), Kobe Johnson (Atlanta), and Lazar Stefanovic (Orlando).
Four of these players are expected to begin play as early as July 10, while the rest will join the action the following day. Kobe Johnson, noted for his defensive skills, was a Big Ten All-Defensive Team selection and started all games for UCLA during the 2024-25 season. His impressive performance, along with others, showcases the depth of talent that UCLA continues to produce.
Bona, Brown, and Clark have already gained experience playing in the NBA during the previous season, while Bailey and Bernard competed in the G League. Bona, drafted in the second round of the NBA Draft, played 58 games for the Philadelphia 76ers, averaging 5.8 points and 4.2 rebounds per game.
As the world of basketball continues to evolve, both the upcoming game between UCLA and Gonzaga and the participation of former players in the NBA Summer League underline the enduring legacy and influence of UCLA basketball in the sport.
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- UCLA Men’s Basketball vs. USC Announcement
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